Design Project Manager

Job Description

The Design Project Manager leads planning and coordination efforts across architecture, engineering, or design-build projects. Acting as the primary client contact and accountable for overall project success, this role ensures design efforts align with schedule, budget, and quality goals. Ideal candidates bring a collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and a track record of delivering creative, effective design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout all project phases
• Prepare, negotiate, and finalize contracts for professional design or design-build services
• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive project plans
• Ensure alignment with project scope, budget, program requirements, and quality standards
• Translate complex technical information clearly for clients, teams, and contractors
• Maintain and track design schedules to ensure timely project delivery
• Forecast staffing needs and coordinate multidisciplinary team resources
• Manage project financials, including invoicing, tracking, and profitability oversight
• Facilitate coordination between internal teams and external partners
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships